Wednesday, May 6, 2020
Every time I drive by Messiah I think about Gil. I look at the richness of the deep red hues that protect the building and I am reminded of the many days of work and community we shared as a congregation throughout the hard work of painting, protecting, and renewing the wood walls. This project was just one of many Gil spearheaded and lead. Your Dad and Husband was TIRELESS in his love and care of the people, the place, and most especially the message of Christ's love for all people.
Gil lived his faith in generosity of spirit and work ... and many things involved in taking care of the needs of a faithful community. I have spent nearly 40 years with Gil .. first as a youth and later on being guided and supported in my adult faith journey. My heart broke the day I learned of his journey home, and truth be told, I'm still sad. He is one of the people who have impacted my faith and the call of Christ in my own life today.
I am grateful for his life and the gifts he shared with us, and I am honored to be a member of the faithful people in Christ with whom Gil shared his life. May the peace and light of Christ flow over, around, and through you, his treasured family, and all who loved this beloved Christ-Servant.
